WFP'S LATEST UPDATE ON COUNTRIES AFFECTED BY TSUNAMI

24 January 2005

A WFP chartered vessel arrived at the island of Simeulu , where CARE began distribution today of 350 MT of mixed commodities. The vessel is carrying a total of 3,000 MT of food aid and will proceed to Meulaboh to service other locations along the western coast of Sumatra.

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This requires comprehensive efforts to ensure that every man, woman and child enjoy their Right to Adequate Food; women are empowered; priority is given to family farming; and food systems everywhere are sustainable and resilient.